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I am pushing the envelope in my area as we have very heavy clay and high alkaline soil. I have moved my hydrangeas this past fall for the 3rd time. If they are not successful this time I have no choice but to give up entirely. Have tried to do as you outline but sometimes, you just can't fight Mother Nature. Thank you for another well written article with timely information.
Christi
You might try raised beds. Like azaleas in the Metroplex, you must create an artificial growing
medium. a mixture of cottom bur, ground pine bark and native soil works well. Fertilome
azalea food will help increase the ph. if not in pm shade you will need to water daily.
Barry